Brazil. Upon hearing the country's name alone, your mind fills with pictures of amazing beaches, a lush forest, wildlife of the Amazon, and streets filled with color during the Carnival. Whether you are visiting for a week, a month, or even a year, you will surely not run out of things to do in this amazing country.

Because there are thousands of beautiful natural landmarks in South America, it can be hard to narrow down the most stunning wonders to visit. Here is a list of the top 15 natural wonders in South America that will help you appreciate the continents’s true beauty of nature.

South America is filled with plenty of beautiful vacation experiences. The continent has numerous bucket list experiences for any traveler. From a vast amount of natural beauty to historic and colorful villages, there is something for everyone in South America. You can experience the colorful and somewhat chaotic festivals, the towering waterfalls and mountains, and even the ancient ruins of Inca cities. To help you choose where to go, these are the top 20 bucket list ideas for any traveler’s bucket list. 

With a landmass of nearly 7 million square miles (18 million square kilometers), South America is a massive continent with many cultures celebrated all year long. The continent is known for its many cultural festivals and celebrations that it hosts, from Carnival to Inti Raymi. From celebrations in cities to entire countries, there are many places you will find exciting celebrations. With something happening almost every day, it can be difficult to decide what festival to visit. Here are the 15 top festivals you should visit while visiting the continent of South America.